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Independent living in Elmhurst, IL

1 independent living community and continuing care retirement communities from public records.

Independent living community
1
in Elmhurst
Units
37
across all 1
Adults 65+
8,662
Census estimate for Elmhurst
Within 25 miles
31
of the center of Elmhurst
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Source: CMS Care Compare, Nursing Home Provider Information, processed Sep 1, 2026. Distance is measured from the center of Elmhurst (U.S. Census Bureau).

Nearby

Independent living communities near Elmhurst

Counting neighboring towns, there are 31 independent living communities within 25 miles of the center of Elmhurst, 30 more than in Elmhurst itself. Distances are straight-line miles.

Closest outside Elmhurst

See all 31 within 25 miles

Nearby cities

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Local overview

Independent living in Elmhurst at a glance

There is one independent living community in Elmhurst, IL, according to CMS Care Compare records.1

Licensing and oversight

How independent living is regulated in Illinois

Independent living is housing. Any assisted living, memory care or nursing care offered on the same campus is licensed separately; in Illinois, residential care is licensed by the Illinois Department of Public Health.2

Paying for care

Ways to pay for independent living in Illinois

Programs that can help, by name. Eligibility rules are set by each program, so confirm with the agency before you plan around one.

Medicaid
The Illinois Medicaid program can cover long-term care for people who qualify on income, assets and care needs. Which services it covers depends on the program, so ask the state Medicaid agency.3 Illinois Medicaid agency
Medicare
Medicare does not pay for long-term custodial care or for room and board. It still covers medically necessary care, such as doctor visits, hospital care, home health, hospice and prescriptions.4
Veterans benefits
Wartime veterans and surviving spouses who need help with daily activities may qualify for the VA pension with Aid and Attendance.5 The Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs helps with claims (800-437-9824).6
Medicare counseling
Illinois’s State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) gives unbiased one-on-one help with Medicare and related coverage questions: 1-800-252-8966.7

Local resources

Local help for families in Elmhurst

Official agencies and nonprofit helplines, with phone numbers and links taken from their own directories.

  • Area Agency on Aging

    Aging services for Du Page County8

    1-800-677-1116

    The Eldercare Locator connects you with the Area Agency on Aging that serves Du Page County.

    Website

  • Long-term care ombudsman

    Illinois Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program9

    312-814-1203

    Free, independent advocate for residents of care facilities.

    Website

  • Report abuse or neglect

    Illinois Adult Protective Services

    866-800-1409

    Adult Protective Services takes reports about adults at risk.

    Website

  • Medicare counseling (SHIP)

    Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP)7

    1-800-252-8966

    Website

  • Veterans benefits

    Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs6

    800-437-9824

    Website

  • Medicaid

    Illinois Medicaid agency3

    Website

Questions families ask

Frequently asked questions about independent living in Elmhurst

How many independent living communities are in Elmhurst, IL?

WeFoundCare lists 1 independent living community in Elmhurst, IL, from public licensing and certification records. Within 25 miles of the center of Elmhurst there are 31.

How many units can independent living communities in Elmhurst serve?

1 of the 1 independent living communities report units, for a combined 37 units. The Census Bureau estimates 8,662 adults age 65 and older live in Elmhurst.

Who can help if there is a problem with care in Elmhurst?

The long-term care ombudsman is a free, independent advocate for residents. In Du Page County, call 312-814-1203. To report suspected abuse or neglect, call Illinois Adult Protective Services at 866-800-1409.

Are there independent living communities near Elmhurst?

Nearby cities with listings include Lombard (1, 4.0 mi), La Grange Park (1, 5.9 mi), Brookfield (1, 7.0 mi).

Guides

Guides for families choosing independent living

Other types of care

Other senior care in Elmhurst

Methodology

About this data

How the figures on this page are built. Each number links to its source below.

  • Listings come from CMS Care Compare (Nursing Home Provider Information), Sep 1, 2026.1 A listing appears under the city on its license or certification address.
  • Adults 65+ is the Census Bureau’s 2020–2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimate for Elmhurst (Census place). Census boundaries can differ from the mailing-address city used for listings, so per-1,000 figures are a guide, not a precise rate.10
  • Units is the figure on the public record; 1 of 1 independent living communities report it.
  • Distances are straight-line miles from the center of Elmhurst (U.S. Census Bureau place center). “Nearby” means within 25 miles and can include other states.
  • Agency contacts come from each program’s own directory and are checked when we rebuild the data. WeFoundCare does not rate or rank communities.

Sources and references

  1. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: Nursing Home Provider Information. data.cms.gov/provider-data/dataset/4pq5-n9py Accessed Sep 1, 2026.
  2. Illinois Department of Public Health. data.illinois.gov/d/9miz-pbzm Accessed .
  3. National Association of Medicaid Directors: Medicaid Directors. medicaiddirectors.org/about/medicaid-directors Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  4. CMS / Medicare.gov: Long-term care coverage. medicare.gov/coverage/long-term-care Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  5. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: Aid and Attendance benefits and Housebound allowance. va.gov/pension/aid-attendance-housebound Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  6. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: State Veterans Affairs Offices. discover.va.gov/external-resources Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  7. SHIP National Technical Assistance Center (funded by the U.S. Administration for Community Living): Find your local SHIP. shiphelp.org/ships Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  8. U.S. Administration for Community Living: Eldercare Locator. eldercare.acl.gov Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  9. National Long-Term Care Ombudsman Resource Center / National Consumer Voice for Quality Long-Term Care: Find your Long-Term Care Ombudsman. theconsumervoice.org/get-help Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  10. U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates, table B01001. data.census.gov/table/ACSDT5Y2024.B01001 Accessed Oct 18, 2026.